ALERT: Traffic Light Revision Takes Affect on Steptoe Today
The intersection of Steptoe and Clearwater is getting a traffic revision today and you'll need to be aware of it if you are driving in the area.
The City of Kennewick is updating a high-traffic, dangerous intersection with a new traffic light today.
It's an effort to improve the traffic operation at the intersection of S Steptoe Street & W Clearwater Avenue. The city will eliminate the left-turn flashing yellow light from the signal timing for all directions.
The intersection has been a concern since several accidents over the last few years has made the intersection a dangerous one.
Left-turn movements will only be allowed on a protected green arrow now. Drivers are advised to pay close attention to this change.
Information signs alerting the traveling public will be posted ahead of the intersection in all directions.
If you need more information on the revision, click here for details.